Social Worker (Licensed or Designee)

Dow Rummel Village; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical Plans

Generous HSA Contributions

Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Coverage Options

BetterHelp EAP

Scholarship Opportunities

Committee involvement

Employee Referral Program

Good Grades Bonus

Free wellness membership

Job summary

Dow Rummel Village in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a Social Worker to support residents' social, emotional and psychological needs from admission to discharge, while upholding privacy and regulatory standards.

You will develop social histories and care plans, participate in admissions and interdisciplinary meetings, coordinate with families, assist with discharge planning, and advocate for resident rights and quality of life in collaboration with care teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of experience working with older adults, with at least one year in a long-term care facility.
• College coursework may substitute for up to two years of experience.
• Familiarity with residents' rights, long-term care regulations, and facility policies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop a social history, social assessment and care plan identifying problems and goals.
• Participate in the pre-admission screening and provide information to residents and families.
• Orient the resident to the assisted living environment and facilitate adjustment.
• Document progress notes related to each resident's care plan.
• Assist with discharge and placement planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Establish relationships with community health, welfare, and volunteer groups to meet social welfare needs.
• Support residents in maintaining independence and well-being.
• Document interactions and interventions per regulatory guidelines.
• Assist with arrangements for out-of-facility healthcare, transportation, and counseling services.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in sociology/psychology/gerontology/social work (substitute experience)

Job description

Who We Are

Dow Rummel Village is a non-profit Senior Life Plan Community in Sioux Falls, SD, enriching lives for over 60 years. Our mission is simple and powerful: “Guided by spiritual values, we enrich lives by providing extraordinary senior care.” We live our core values—Dignity, Excellence, Teamwork, Belonging, and Growth—every day, in everything we do. Our community spans all levels of care, from Independent Living to Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing.

The Role

The Social Worker provides each resident's social, emotional and psychological needs and supports the continuing development of the resident's full potential from admission to discharge.

Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive social services support to residents by:

• Developing a social history, social assessment and care plan identifying pertinent problems and needs, realistic goals and the specific action to be taken for resolution upon admission of each new resident.
• Participate in the pre-admission screening of all potential residents and provide information to residents and families during admission.
• Orient the resident to assisted living care environment and facilitate adjustment upon placement.
• Document progress notes that relate to each resident's care plan when necessary.
• Assist the resident and family in discharge and placement planning.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care plan meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Establishing working relationships with community health, welfare, and volunteer groups to promote cooperative assistance in meeting the social welfare needs of residents and families.
• Supporting residents in maintaining their highest level of independence and well-being.
• Documenting interactions and interventions in compliance with regulatory and facility guidelines.
• Assisting with arrangements for out-of-facility healthcare, transportation, and counseling services as needed
• Adhere to and model the way in all leadership competencies at Dow Rummel.

Who You Are

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of experience working with older adults, with at least one year in along-term care facility.
• College coursework in sociology, psychology, gerontology, or social work may substitute for up to two years of experience.
• Familiarity with residents' rights, long-term care regulations, and facility policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Your Life At Dow Rummel Village

• Affordable Medical Plans – Choose from multiple options, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) with full preventive coverage and low premiums.
• Generous HSA Contributions – Receive $100/month from Dow Rummel (that’s $1,200/year!) to use for medical expenses now or later.
• Dental & Vision Insurance – Low-cost coverage options through Delta Dental and VSP with free preventive services.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) – Tax-free options to cover health and dependent care expenses.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Match – Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%, with immediate eligibility and long-term vesting.
• Life & AD&D Insurance – $40,000 employer–paid life insurance.
• Voluntary Coverage Options – Access to Aflac for critical illness, accident, cancer, and short-term disability insurance.
• BetterHelp Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential counseling and support for you and your family.
• Scholarship Opportunities – Apply for financial support toward certifications and degree programs that support your career development.
• Several opportunities to get involved in committees.
• Employee Referral Program
• Good Grades Bonus – Extra dollars for good grades for those who are in high school and/or secondary school.
• Free wellness membership (in-house pool and facility).

Dow Rummel Village is an equal opportunity provider and employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Dow Rummel Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.